1982 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 92 kg more than 1982 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V70 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Electra. 1982 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick Electra | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Electra | V70 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4128 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
